Formal Education
My formal education in Chemical Engineering has provided me with a strong foundation in analytical thinking, problem-solving, and technical skills that I apply to game development. While my career path has evolved toward game development, the principles and methodologies I learned during my engineering studies continue to inform my approach to creating games.
Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering
Universidade de São Paulo (USP), Brazil
USP is consistently ranked as one of the top universities in Latin America, known for its rigorous academic programs and research excellence. The Chemical Engineering program at USP provided me with comprehensive training in engineering principles, mathematics, chemistry, and process design.
Key Areas of Study
- Mathematics and Physics: Advanced calculus, differential equations, linear algebra, and physics
- Process Engineering: Design, optimization, and control of chemical processes
- Computational Methods: Numerical analysis, simulation, and modeling techniques
- Project Management: Planning, execution, and evaluation of engineering projects
- Technical Documentation: Creating comprehensive technical specifications and reports
Notable Projects
Process Simulation and Optimization
Developed computer models to simulate and optimize chemical processes, using software tools to analyze system behavior under various conditions. This project required implementing complex algorithms and creating intuitive visualizations of process data.
Engineering Documentation System
Contributed to the development of a documentation management system for engineering projects, focusing on user interface design and information architecture. This experience provided valuable insights into software development and user experience design.
Process Control Systems
Designed and implemented control systems for chemical processes, using feedback mechanisms to maintain optimal operating conditions. This project involved programming logic controllers and creating responsive interfaces for system monitoring.
Transferable Skills from Engineering to Game Development
My engineering background has provided numerous skills that transfer directly to game development:
Analytical Thinking
Engineering taught me to break down complex problems into manageable components, a skill that's essential when designing game systems and mechanics. I approach game development challenges with the same systematic analysis I applied to engineering problems.
Systems Design
Chemical engineering is fundamentally about designing and optimizing interconnected systems—a concept that directly applies to game development. I design game mechanics as systems with inputs, processes, and outputs, considering how they interact with other game elements.
Optimization Techniques
Engineering emphasizes efficiency and optimization, skills I now apply to game performance and resource management. Whether optimizing rendering processes or streamlining gameplay systems, I approach optimization methodically.
Project Management
Engineering projects require careful planning, resource allocation, and milestone tracking—all skills that transfer directly to game development. I apply engineering project management principles to ensure my game projects progress efficiently and meet their objectives.
Mathematical Foundations
The strong mathematical background from engineering provides a solid foundation for game development, particularly in areas like physics simulation, procedural generation, and graphics programming. Complex mathematical concepts are less intimidating due to my engineering training.
Technical Documentation
Engineering instilled the importance of clear, comprehensive documentation—a practice I maintain in game development. My technical documentation for game projects is thorough and accessible, facilitating collaboration and future maintenance.
Engineering Perspective in Game Development
While I've transitioned to game development as my primary focus, I view this not as abandoning my engineering background but as applying it in a new domain. The analytical mindset, technical rigor, and systematic approach I developed during my engineering education continue to be valuable assets in my game development work.
This unique perspective allows me to approach game design challenges with both creative vision and technical precision—creating experiences that are not only engaging and imaginative but also technically sound and well-structured.